A New Low for Trump: Latino Voters Turn Against Him in Record Numbers.
A recent study by the Pew Research Center has found that a majority of Latino voters now disapprove of Donald Trump and his economic and immigration policies. The report, which surveyed nearly 1,000 Latinos, reveals a significant shift in sentiment towards the president among this demographic, which is one of the fastest-growing populations in the United States.
According to the study, 70% of Latinos disapprove of the way Trump is handling his job as president, while 65% are dissatisfied with his administration's approach to immigration and 61% believe that his economic policies have worsened economic conditions. In contrast, only 10% of respondents said Trump's policies had helped them.
Trump's popularity among Latino voters has been in decline since the 2024 election, when he won nearly half of their votes despite being a Republican candidate. However, before that, many Latinos credited his economic proposals and immigration policies with winning their support, particularly because they perceived him as not serious about mass deportations.
However, Trump's administration has taken a more aggressive stance on immigration since the election, leading to widespread criticism from many in the Latino community. Immigration raids and arrests have become increasingly common, and many Latinos now fear that they or a family member could be deported under Trump's policies.
The Pew report highlights the deepening divide between Democrats and Republicans among Latinos, with nearly all those who voted for Kamala Harris disapproving of Trump, but 81% of those who voted for him approving of his job. This suggests that many Latino voters see themselves as part of a distinct community with their own concerns and priorities.
The study also reveals that many Latinos are worried about the impact of Trump's policies on their lives. Nearly 60% reported witnessing or hearing about immigration raids or arrests in their communities in the past six months, and a majority said they believed their situation had worsened under Trump's leadership. For the first time in nearly two decades, Pew reported that "most Hispanics say their situation has worsened".
As the 2024 election approaches, it remains to be seen how these trends will shape Latino voter turnout and preferences. However, one thing is clear: Donald Trump's policies have alienated a significant portion of the Latino community, which will be an important factor in shaping the future of American politics.
A recent study by the Pew Research Center has found that a majority of Latino voters now disapprove of Donald Trump and his economic and immigration policies. The report, which surveyed nearly 1,000 Latinos, reveals a significant shift in sentiment towards the president among this demographic, which is one of the fastest-growing populations in the United States.
According to the study, 70% of Latinos disapprove of the way Trump is handling his job as president, while 65% are dissatisfied with his administration's approach to immigration and 61% believe that his economic policies have worsened economic conditions. In contrast, only 10% of respondents said Trump's policies had helped them.
Trump's popularity among Latino voters has been in decline since the 2024 election, when he won nearly half of their votes despite being a Republican candidate. However, before that, many Latinos credited his economic proposals and immigration policies with winning their support, particularly because they perceived him as not serious about mass deportations.
However, Trump's administration has taken a more aggressive stance on immigration since the election, leading to widespread criticism from many in the Latino community. Immigration raids and arrests have become increasingly common, and many Latinos now fear that they or a family member could be deported under Trump's policies.
The Pew report highlights the deepening divide between Democrats and Republicans among Latinos, with nearly all those who voted for Kamala Harris disapproving of Trump, but 81% of those who voted for him approving of his job. This suggests that many Latino voters see themselves as part of a distinct community with their own concerns and priorities.
The study also reveals that many Latinos are worried about the impact of Trump's policies on their lives. Nearly 60% reported witnessing or hearing about immigration raids or arrests in their communities in the past six months, and a majority said they believed their situation had worsened under Trump's leadership. For the first time in nearly two decades, Pew reported that "most Hispanics say their situation has worsened".
As the 2024 election approaches, it remains to be seen how these trends will shape Latino voter turnout and preferences. However, one thing is clear: Donald Trump's policies have alienated a significant portion of the Latino community, which will be an important factor in shaping the future of American politics.